Syrup Sponge

A classic steamed pudding featuring a light lemon-zest sponge topped with sweet golden syrup, served hot with extra syrup.

Vegetarian Dessert Pudding Sweet British Steamed

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

605.1

kcal / serving

2420.5 kcal total

Carbs

84.8g

per serving

339.2 g total

Fat

25.6g

per serving

102.4 g total

Protein

per serving

35.8 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

tbsp

Golden Syrup

100

Caster Sugar

225

Self-Rising Flour

Sifted

Dairy

100

Butter

Plus extra for greasing

piece

Egg

Medium, free-range

tbsp

Milk

Fruits

0.5

piece

Lemon Juice

Juice only

0.5

piece

Lemon Zest

Zest only

Method

Steam for 90 minutes over low-medium heat, topping up boiling water as needed.

Place the basin on an upturned saucer inside a large saucepan and fill with boiling water to two-thirds depth.

Cover the basin securely with pleated greaseproof paper and tie with string to create a handle.

Grease a 1 litre pudding basin with butter and pour in the golden syrup.

Pour the batter into the basin over the syrup.

Beat in eggs one at a time with a tablespoon of flour, then fold in remaining flour, juice, and milk.

Cream the butter and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy, then stir in lemon zest.

Remove the basin, loosen the edges with a knife, and invert onto a plate to serve.